Book details
Making Sounds
Published in
2009
Description
Acorn books provide carefully leveled non-fiction to introduce key curriculum concepts. This series introduces children to different sounds, how they are made and how we hear them. Includes notes for parents and teachers. Sounds are made in a variety of ways, from snapping your fingers to hitting a baseball to laughing out loud. This title explores how we make sounds and detect them. Readers will learn about sound waves, how the human ear works, and how an animal's ear works.
Age
5-6
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
24 pages
Why to read
- The book provides a comprehensive introduction to the science of acoustics for young readers, making complex concepts accessible and engaging.
- It features vibrant illustrations that help children visualize and understand how sounds are made and heard.
- The author, Charlotte Guillain, has a reputation for creating educational content that is both informative and enjoyable for children.
- Reading 'Making Sounds' can spark a child's interest in science and encourage them to explore more about how the world around them works.